Consulting graduate jobs
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The most likely route into consulting for graduates will be via a graduate programme at a major management consulting firm. These programmes usually last for a period of up to two years, with graduates undertaking work such as updating clients, making recommendations and undertaking fact-finding and research.
Analytical skills are key for graduate consultants, as much of the job involves breaking down information and seeking out the solution to existing problems. Commercial awareness is a must, as is a strong knowledge of and passion for you’re the sector in which you’re working. Lastly, graduate consultants will need people skills and teamwork skills in order to successfully liaise with both client and colleague teams.